tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post4806619376565606725..comments2023-07-10T14:18:09.980+01:00Comments on Extension Blog: First train into Broadway northJo http://www.blogger.com/profile/05480195769830116100noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-58951763636146660292018-02-02T11:29:17.314+00:002018-02-02T11:29:17.314+00:00The HIA columns were shorter, as they only support...The HIA columns were shorter, as they only supported the roof of the steps, which at HIA were not part of the canopy.<br />The new Broadway posts have to be taller. <br />Originally the posts had a combined function. First to support the roof of the steps, and about 3ft higher up, also support the canopy overhang.<br />That combination is now impossible due to the location of the footbridge vis-a-vis the station building, being too close and too far over to one side.Jo https://www.blogger.com/profile/05480195769830116100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-88512264451987552272018-02-02T11:11:18.111+00:002018-02-02T11:11:18.111+00:00This is the photo I was referring to.....
https:/...This is the photo I was referring to.....<br /><br />https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-X1qEs9nDUwA/Wm2a3D8dFrI/AAAAAAAACIQ/3nQHqMTbsX8WmB5u-HWNXLzb_cj5fJg3ACLcBGAs/s1600/2015%2BAug%2BFootbridge%2Bsteps.jpgAardvark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/13090938730424120909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-17021482843062035952018-02-02T11:05:45.933+00:002018-02-02T11:05:45.933+00:00I was thinking of those that came from the HIA bri...I was thinking of those that came from the HIA bridge, I'm sure the photos of the steps showed they were still intact when it was recovered.Aardvark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/13090938730424120909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-15821764578302897592018-01-29T21:01:23.962+00:002018-01-29T21:01:23.962+00:00We found 2 of the 4 originals, but they had been b...We found 2 of the 4 originals, but they had been bulldozed and snapped off at the base. We can't use them again. The gutter downpipe went through the middle of them, and at the bottom was an inspection hatch. That being a weakness, this is where they snapped. But we can see what they looked like, so the new ones will be based on their shape.Jo https://www.blogger.com/profile/05480195769830116100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-75451380622798335172018-01-29T20:22:07.949+00:002018-01-29T20:22:07.949+00:00The square columns referred to were castings - can...The square columns referred to were castings - can't the originals be re-used, or are they beyond restoration?<br />Aardvark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/13090938730424120909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-33975318152653533002018-01-27T19:20:26.339+00:002018-01-27T19:20:26.339+00:00They could marshal the shark away from the last do...They could marshal the shark away from the last dogfish then run the train right to the end, dump ballast from the dogfish up against the buffers. Then put the shark back on and use the plough on the end to push the ballast over the rails. That would leave just a few feet to manually ballast if they even bother!Peter Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15020212199830779526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-26104976769359530912018-01-25T20:20:31.077+00:002018-01-25T20:20:31.077+00:00I assume it will mean loading a hand trolley with ...I assume it will mean loading a hand trolley with ballast and emptying by hand to complete the last half length up to the bufferstops?<br />Seeing that the Shark was over it.Bryannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-76976530263823368942018-01-25T16:51:55.002+00:002018-01-25T16:51:55.002+00:00The columns look very SR to me, perhaps the Bluebe...The columns look very SR to me, perhaps the Bluebell or Mid Hants. or Swanage may like them. 'Mates rates', of course; but it may do someone some good! Regards, Paul.St Blazey 1925https://www.blogger.com/profile/16697444840076235191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-19952772192402372812018-01-25T11:34:11.735+00:002018-01-25T11:34:11.735+00:00They are the wrong canopy extension columns, desig...They are the wrong canopy extension columns, designed free-style in a non-GWR shape.<br />When the canopy extension and footbridge steps get some funding, they will be replaced by GWR type columns. These should be square, with chamfered edges.Jo https://www.blogger.com/profile/05480195769830116100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-15115549722446089632018-01-25T10:06:35.365+00:002018-01-25T10:06:35.365+00:00You're right of course, but the main job of th...You're right of course, but the main job of the day was clipping up and we only jumped in the Shark to do the two drops. And you can't pinch a bucket of coal from a diesel :-(Jo https://www.blogger.com/profile/05480195769830116100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-44464980229401982232018-01-25T08:35:06.642+00:002018-01-25T08:35:06.642+00:00You're right, it is a very photogenic station ...You're right, it is a very photogenic station and, over the last few months, it's really come together, but then again, it should be coming together as time is ticking! Thanks Jo for a great update as usual. I'm always amazed when I see old photos of Toddington in the early 80's even though I was there. Much of the rolling stock in the photos was privately owned then and, sadly, nearly all of the GWR period coaching stock moved to other homes. However, to restore them at that time at Toddington would have been too difficult and Winchcombe Station didn't exist then. The Autocoach (169) is now being lovingly restored on the WSR. John Lees' photos show just how exciting the GWSR was back then (it's exciting now of course!) but also what a mess it looked! No wonder the local council had misgivings about us. That changed completely in 1990 when a steam gala was run with "Castle" class "Defiant" and 2 other GWR loco guests. The punters started to flood in with their money. Interesting to see the old Ashford turntable before its demise. The Siphon G seen in the photo collection is now approaching complete restoration and may run in a consist at some time. I've known John Lees for many years and it's good to know he's still doing his bit. I often wish I could be there helping out too like I used to. It was perhaps a good job that I didn't take my aerial shots on the same days that he did - golden airmanship rule - Lookout!Toddingtontedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02470051178926426104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-25816076758307481682018-01-25T00:25:00.790+00:002018-01-25T00:25:00.790+00:00You've done it again haven't you ? After...You've done it again haven't you ? After an absolute pig of a day weather wise, you've found the time and energy to put up a new post. Thank you very much. <br /><br />Its been a rather lovely day here in the North West of England. Bright sunshine nearly all day, if a bit cool. Oh, don't worry. it's raining again now, so everything's back to normal.<br /><br />There's almost too much news here to digest in one sitting. But it's all very wonderful to read. I'll have to re-read it tomorrow.<br /><br />I thought on first reading that the big story of the day was going to about sewage, always a fascinating subject, I can't think why. But as I scrolled up through your post, I was struck by the sight of the road bridge at Broadway with all sorts going on. And It's open to rail traffic again ! That's wonderful news, and I hope you get to finish your ballast drops on time. Well, now we've seen the ballast train behind the Class 73 ( a rather handsome diesel locomotive, I always think, yes, even in British Rail blue), apparently coming down the line from Honeybourne. Only the new fencing spoils the illusion. What an extraordinary sight.<br /><br />And so many other things, and you men carry on, whatever the weather.<br /><br />I've said it before, but you're a wonderful lot.<br /><br />Good luck <br /><br />PeterPeterHWrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16495198265526743106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-10449597624117544312018-01-24T22:58:27.139+00:002018-01-24T22:58:27.139+00:00In the picture on the platform, are the big galvan...In the picture on the platform, are the big galvanised grey things perched on the platform edge, being used as a hard hat stand, the columns for the canopy extension, or something else entirely? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-74429831185687115802018-01-24T22:50:03.386+00:002018-01-24T22:50:03.386+00:00Excellent set of photos! I can never get too many ...Excellent set of photos! I can never get too many of Broadway as it is such a photogenic station. Regards, Paul.St Blazey 1925https://www.blogger.com/profile/16697444840076235191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-41368712707184515232018-01-24T22:20:25.814+00:002018-01-24T22:20:25.814+00:00PS Forgot to say, my van was DB993898 of Lot 3040,...PS Forgot to say, my van was DB993898 of Lot 3040, 1957.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8914276256646518799.post-52786916074142409432018-01-24T22:17:44.101+00:002018-01-24T22:17:44.101+00:00Great set of shots, Jo and it must be particularly...Great set of shots, Jo and it must be particularly rewarding to pass through your new station. The evocative shots from the north were particularly exciting. I have only one query. Having worked on the SVR P. Way gang for over 35 years and purchased an identical Shark in 1989, which I passed to the Charitable Trust last year, where was the clag from the van? First job in the cold weather was rake out and light the stove, then put the kettle on. It wasn't long before the van was a toasty refuge from the weather - and a brew imminent.<br />Regards,<br /><br />jtxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com